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A carbohydrate is a molecule composed of carbon (carbo-) and water (-hydrate). There are many types of carbohydrates referred to as sugars, such as sucrose (table sugar) and glucose (bodies' primary energy source). Starch is an example of a polysaccharide, a chain of many monosaccharides, or simple sugars.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 9y agoCarbohydrates are groups of starches, sugars, cellulose and gum. The human body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose that it uses for energy.
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How do you spell carbohydrate?
Carbohydrate
Is monosaccharide complex carbohydrate or simple carbohydrate?
Monosaccharide is a simple carbohydrate.
Is cellulose a complex carbohydrate?
Cellulose is a carbohydrate.
Is cereal a carbohydrate lipid or protein?
It is a carbohydrate.
Is a potato a carbohydrate or a vegetable?
A carbohydrate
Is rosemary a protein or carbohydrate?
Carbohydrate.
Is fructose a carbohydrate?
It is a sugar, and No it is not a carbohydrate.
Is H2O a carbohydrate?
No, water is not a carbohydrate.
Is there carbohydrate in pulses?
Yes, there is carbohydrate in pulses. .
Is carbohydrate a type of wax?
Carbohydrate is not a wax.
Is c6h12o6 belongs in the carbohydrate or protein?
It is a carbohydrate.
What is the scientific name for carbohydrate?
Starch.
